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YouTube shuts down channel of future Hong Kong leader, citing sanctions
The U.S. sanctioned John Lee and several other officials in August 2020 for their role in repressing pro-democracy demonstrations.
Netflix shares tank 35% after it posts 1st subscriber loss in a decade
For the first time in a decade, Netflix said that it had lost more paying viewers than it added, even as its revenue grew.
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Tax season is hell. We should all be able to e-file for free.
The tax deadline has passed but the frustration hasn't for many taxpayers who file for an extension, couldn't file electronically, never did reach anyone by phone to address their issues, or who are still waiting for their 2020 refunds from the IRS.
Biden administration launches $6 billion nuclear plant bailout
Many plants struggled as prices of other forms of energy fell.
Delta rewrites statement that called covid-19 ‘ordinary seasonal virus’
Delta rewrote the statement after public health experts and others accused the airline of spreading misinformation after the mask mandate was lifted Monday.
Judge orders Amazon to reinstate fired worker, pay lost wages
Judge Benjamin Green concluded that the firing actually had more to do with protesting coronavirus safety conditions at the company, which qualifies as “protected activity” under federal labor law.
Lyft, Uber get rid of mask mandate for drivers and riders
“If you ever feel uncomfortable, you can always cancel the trip,” the ride-hailing giant says.
Workers are back in offices. Why does it feel so weird?
The return to offices marks a major turning point in the pandemic. It's also been a master class in awkwardness.
Infowars, run by Alex Jones, files for bankruptcy protection
Three of his companies filed for bankruptcy amid ongoing defamation lawsuits.
FDA investigating whether Lucky Charms is making people sick
The agency has received roughly 100 complaints this year alleging the popular cereal caused nausea, vomiting and other symptoms.
It’s the last day of the Etsy strike. Here’s what comes next.
Women and nonbinary Etsy organizers have been leading the charge.
Avian flu has spread to 27 states, sharply driving up egg prices
For many Americans, bad inflation news keeps getting worse.
Texas Gov. Abbott reverses course on truck inspections at Mexico border
After nearly a week of gridlock at the border and growing complaints, secondary “enhanced inspections” suspended.
Elon Musk has launched a raid on Twitter. Here’s what that means.
If Twitter’s board decides it must consider all offers, more generous deals could come in.
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Inflation is another reason you shouldn’t aim for a big tax refund
With inflation rising, you may want to reconsider your love of getting a big fat tax refund.
